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Lamb Weston · 23 hours ago

Lab Technician

Lamb Weston is a leading manufacturer in the food industry, known for its innovative approach and commitment to quality. The Lab Technician role involves collecting and testing samples to ensure product quality, grading products according to specifications, and maintaining accurate Quality Assurance data.

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Responsibilities

Collects, delivers, and tests samples in accordance with plant procedures
Grades product in accordance with our customer specifications and plant procedures
Collects, reviews, and files accurate Quality Assurance Data
Identifies trends of quality attributes and communicates to operator and floor supervisory group
Audits production and packaging processes
Trains back-ups and new team members
Maintains a neat and clean work area at all times and exhibits good personal hygiene
Accomplishes other related work as required

Qualification

Sanitation certificationQuality Assurance DataBasic math functionsMicrosoft Office proficiencyEffective communication

Required

High School Diploma or general education degree (GED)
Sanitation certification is required. If you are not qualified, you will be trained and must meet certification requirements
Effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing. Ability to understand instructions and follow directions in English, both written and oral. (Requirement may vary by location)
Must be able to be qualified within time frames established by facility
Ability to perform basic math functions, required
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer operation knowledge, data entry skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office programs
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently
Exposed to a noisy environment that varies from hot to cold in temperature
Exposure to manufacturing environments to include: loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, slippery conditions, dirt, fumes, smoke, smells and allergies
Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movements required for job actions and procedures
Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipment
Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties
Ability to operate work related equipment
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Exposed to temperatures ranging from -20 degrees below zero to 35 degrees Fahrenheit in Freezer Operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Plant Operation
May have to sample food while evaluating Lamb Weston products
Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders on a regular basis

Benefits

Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
Paid Time Off
Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance
Family-Friendly Employee events
Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services

Company

Lamb Weston

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H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Bernadette Madarieta
Chief Financial Officer
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Michael Smith
Chief Operating Officer
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